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11. What is pituitary gland? Name the hormone secreted by it?​

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Charles H. Emerson

Professor Emeritus of Medicine, University of Massachusetts School of Medicine.

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Alternative Titles: hypophysis, hypophysis cerebri

Pituitary gland, also called hypophysis, ductless gland of the endocrine system that secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream. The term hypophysis(from the Greek for “lying under”)—another name for the pituitary—refers to the gland’s position on the underside of the brain. The pituitary gland is called the “master gland” because its hormones regulate other important endocrine glands—including the adrenal, thyroid, and reproductive glands (e.g., ovaries and testes)—and in some cases have direct regulatory effects in major tissues, such as those of the musculoskeletal system.

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>The pituitary gland is a small pea-sized gland that plays a major role in regulating vital body functions and general wellbeing. It is referred to as the body's 'master gland' because it controls the activity of most other hormone-secreting glands.

>Luteinising hormone (LH). This hormone is secreted by pituitary gland.